National
Raps filed vs. Teves, cohorts for Degamo slay; warrants out soon
August 26, 2023, 3:26 pm
MANILA – Criminal charges have been filed against expelled Negros Oriental congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr. and four of his cohorts for the killing of Governor Roel Degamo and nine others, the Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed Saturday. DOJ spokesperson Mico Clavano said murder, frustrated… Read More
DPWH completes P20-M road improvement in Pampanga town
August 26, 2023, 1:36 pm
MANILA – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said Saturday it has completed road improvement works worth nearly PHP20 million in Barangay San Ildefonso, Magalang, Pampanga.According to DPWH 3 (Central Luzon) Director Roseller Tolentino, the newly upgraded David Road in Barangay… Read More
DBM vows to comply with suspension order vs. execs in laptop deal
August 26, 2023, 1:25 pm
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Saturday vowed to adhere to the Office of the Ombudsman’s suspension order against officials involved in the purchase of alleged overpriced laptops for public school teachers in 2021. “The Department of Budget and Management, under… Read More
PBBM assures Gilas of PH's full support for its 2023 FIBA journey
August 26, 2023, 11:20 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has assured Gilas Pilipinas of the Philippines' full support at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup (FBWC). Marcos gave the assurance as he lauded Gilas despite its 87-81 loss to the Dominican Republic in the FBWC opening at the Philippine Arena in… Read More
PBBM witnesses record crowd at 2023 FIBA opening
August 26, 2023, 8:41 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. witnessed on Friday the record crowd at the FIBA Basketball World Cup (FBWC) opening at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan. According to the international basketball federation (FIBA) data, a staggering 38,115 fans watched the Philippines-Dominican… Read More
Goring rapidly intensifying; Signal No. 2 up in 2 areas
August 26, 2023, 7:32 am
MANILA – Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No.2 has been hoisted in two areas in Cagayan and Isabela as Typhoon Goring (International name: Saola) continues to rapidly intensify over the sea east of Babuyan Islands, the weather bureau said Saturday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and… Read More
Congress to rectify 2024 budgets for education, health - Angara
August 25, 2023, 9:49 pm
MANILA – Senator Sonny Angara on Friday assured that he will be working with his colleagues to “rectify” the proposed budgets for education and health in the final version of the PHP5.768 trillion 2024 national budget. He made the assurance following concerns raised by several senators over… Read More
Marcos to lead private necrological rites for Ople
August 25, 2023, 8:47 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will lead a “closed private” necrological service for the late Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople in Malacañang Palace in Manila on Monday morning. “The President, together with the bereaved family, will… Read More
DOT invites FIBA delegates, fans to explore PH destinations
August 25, 2023, 8:39 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) has welcomed and invited all the delegates and fans of the FIBA Basketball World Cup to enjoy and explore the Philippines. The anticipated sports event being co-hosted by the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan officially opened on Friday, gathering in the… Read More
VP Sara welcomes probe sought by ACT Teachers solon
August 25, 2023, 8:33 pm
MANILA – Department of Education Secretary and Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday hit back at House Deputy Minority leader and ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro over her latest allegations that the Office of the Vice President (OVP) allegedly used PHP125 million in confidential funds… Read More
Pinay nabbed at NAIA for smuggling P18M worth of cocaine
August 25, 2023, 7:03 pm
MANILA – A passenger from Africa was arrested for allegedly trying to slip in illegal drugs worth PHP18.3 million at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), the Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) said on Friday. In a statement, PDEG chief Col. Dionisio Bartolome Jr.… Read More
DPWH completes new bridge in Aklan
August 25, 2023, 6:48 pm
MANILA – A newly constructed concrete bridge and on-going slope protection works by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will facilitate a safer and more convenient travel to the towns of Nabas and Balete, Aklan. Rural communities in the town of Balete now benefit from the new… Read More
220 inmates earn high school diplomas thru DepEd ALS
August 25, 2023, 6:34 pm
MANILA – A total 220 persons deprived of liberty (PDL) have earned their elementary and junior high school diplomas through the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System (DepEd - ALS) program at Manila City Jail - Female Dormitory. The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)… Read More
27.5K out of 42K villages 'drug-cleared' as of July '23
August 25, 2023, 6:26 pm
MANILA – More than 27,000 villages across the country have been cleared of illegal drugs since the start of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) said on Friday that 27,553 out of 42,045 barangays (villages) have been declared… Read More
Goring now a severe tropical storm; more areas under Signal No. 1
August 25, 2023, 6:08 pm
MANILA – Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No.1 has been hoisted in additional areas of Cagayan and Isabela as Goring (International Name: Saola) intensified into a severe tropical storm near Cagayan, the weather bureau said Friday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical… Read More
Partido Federal open to members supportive of admin’s agenda
August 25, 2023, 5:59 pm
MANILA – The Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP) is open to new members who are willing to support the administration’s vision and development agenda, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday said. The President led the swearing-in rites for the new party members in Malacañang on… Read More
PBBM Oks 3 laws for veterans, MSMEs, cultural dev’t
August 25, 2023, 5:31 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved three significant laws that aim to protect the welfare of disabled military veterans, improve the country’s business system and strengthen the conservation and protection of cultural heritage. A series of transmittal letters separately… Read More
PBBM, Australian PM to discuss continuation of military drills
August 25, 2023, 3:58 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. wants a continuation of joint military exercises between the Philippines and Australia. In an ambush interview on the sidelines of the 1st Amphibious and Land Operations of the Indo-Pacific Endeavor 2023 (ALON) in Zambales Friday, Marcos said he is… Read More
FIBA World Cup showcases PH hospitality, passion for basketball
August 25, 2023, 3:41 pm
MANILA – As the Philippines opened its doors to welcome basketball teams and fans from around the globe, the Philippines, renowned for its passion for the sport, will shine brightly as it showcases not only its organizational prowess but also its culture in co-hosting a world event. Speaker… Read More
DepEd assures unhampered services amid suspension order vs. exec
August 25, 2023, 3:20 pm
MANILA - The services of the Department of Education (DepEd), especially the preparations for the opening of School Year 2023-2024, will not be affected by the recent suspension order by the Office of the Ombudsman against Undersecretary Annalyn Sevilla, the agency's Undersecretary for Finance.… Read More
